Console Operator
- Arvin, CA, United States
$23.34 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $23.34 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Title: Water Operations Technician (Console Operator)Job DescriptionThe Water Operations Technician monitors and coordinates water distribution activities from a control room environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of water. This role dispatches and tracks water orders, communicates with water users and field staff, records operational data, and supports emergency response efforts. The position is ideal for someone with experience in utility operations, dispatching, irrigation, water resources, or related control room operations who enjoys working with technology, data, and people to support critical water infrastructure.Responsibilities
- Monitor water deliveries and district operations from a control room using computers, radios, phones, and monitoring systems.
- Coordinate and dispatch water orders and deliveries to meet operational requirements and customer needs.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with water users, field personnel, and operations staff via radio and telephone.
- Track pumping volumes, power consumption, and other operational data to support efficient system performance.
- Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other office applications.
- Perform data entry to document water usage, system status, incidents, and operational changes in a timely and accurate manner.
- Respond to operational issues and emergencies with minimal supervision, following established procedures and safety protocols.
- Assist in coordinating emergency response activities and communicating real-time information to field and operations teams.
- Interpret and apply policies, procedures, and water distribution regulations in daily operations.
- Use SCADA and other monitoring tools to observe system performance and identify potential issues.
- Collaborate with field operations personnel to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and system adjustments.
- Provide customer service to water users by addressing questions, clarifying deliveries, and relaying information as needed.
- Support continuous improvement of operational processes by reporting issues, suggesting enhancements, and documenting best practices.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of experience in operations, dispatch, maintenance, utility, irrigation, water resources, or a related field.
- Experience in control room operations, dispatching, or similar monitoring environments.
- Knowledge of utility operations and water resources or related systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with water users, field personnel, and operations staff.
- Ability to interpret and follow policies, procedures, and water distribution regulations.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make sound decisions in real time.
- Experience using radios, telephones, and other communication tools in an operational setting.
- Basic familiarity with SCADA or other monitoring and control systems.
- Valid California Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts, including overtime and emergency call-outs as needed.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
- Experience in irrigation, water resources, or utility operations.
- Customer service experience in an operational or field support environment.
- Experience tracking pumping volumes, power consumption, and other operational metrics.
- Comfort working in both control room and field environments.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies and high-pressure situations.
- Interest in long-term career growth within water operations and infrastructure support.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Arvin, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.34 - $23.34/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Arvin, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Arvin,CA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
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